We provide private chauffeur transfers from Inverness Airport to Aldourie Castle — Exclusive-use castle on Loch Ness. Gardens, cottages, and private hire for groups and events.
The drive from Inverness Airport typically takes about 30 minutes, depending on traffic and routing. We offer meet and greet at arrivals, flight tracking, luggage handling, and discreet coordination for guests, PAs, and estate teams.
The route from Inverness Airport to Aldourie Castle
From Inverness Airport we head south on the A82 towards Loch Ness, passing through the village of Dochgarroch. Shortly after the road meets the northern tip of Loch Ness, we turn off onto the B862, the quieter eastern shore road. Aldourie Castle is accessed via a private drive on the left, set back from the road with the castle grounds running down to the loch shore.
The entire journey is about 30 minutes in normal conditions, making Aldourie one of the closest exclusive-use properties to Inverness Airport. The B862 is a good single-carriageway road with light traffic, and the approach through the castle grounds is along a well-maintained private drive.
About Aldourie Castle
Aldourie Castle is the only habitable castle on the shores of Loch Ness, available for exclusive private hire. The property sleeps up to 30 guests across the main castle and its estate cottages, with formal gardens, a walled garden, and direct loch frontage. It is a popular choice for family celebrations, corporate retreats, and weddings, with the castle and grounds entirely private during each booking.
Plan your journey with Venture Highland
Luxury private tours and chauffeur service from Inverness, designed for Highlands stays, estates, golf, and executive travel.
Planning a day in Inverness, Loch Ness, or a private shore excursion from Invergordon? We’ll tailor the route around your interests.
Local tips from our drivers
The private drive entrance is not prominently signed from the B862. We know the exact turning and will coordinate with the estate team on arrival arrangements. If guests are arriving in separate vehicles or on different flights, we can stage pickups and run a shuttle service between the airport and the castle. The B862 continues south along the quieter eastern side of Loch Ness and is worth exploring during a stay, particularly the Falls of Foyers, about 30 minutes further south.
Why use Venture Highland for estate transfers
- Private chauffeur only — no shared vehicles
- Meet and greet at Inverness Airport arrivals
- Flight tracking and sensible waiting policy
- Luggage handling and comfortable Mercedes vehicles
- Discreet, unmarked vehicles available on request
- Multi-day and return transfers available
Frequently asked questions
- Is Aldourie Castle close to Inverness?
- Yes. It is about 30 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from Inverness city centre, making it one of the most accessible exclusive-use castles in the Highlands.
- Can you transfer a large group from the airport?
- We can coordinate multiple vehicles for larger parties arriving on the same or different flights. We regularly handle group transfers of 10 to 20 guests for castle bookings.
- Is there anything to see on the short drive from the airport?
- The route passes the northern end of Loch Ness almost immediately. On a clear day you get your first loch views within 15 minutes of leaving the airport.
- Can you provide transport during our stay at Aldourie?
- Yes. We offer on-call chauffeur services for castle guests, including transfers to Inverness for dinner, day trips to Skye or Speyside, and golf transfers to Castle Stuart or Nairn.
How to book
Request a quote with your dates, flight details, and group size. We will confirm availability and pricing for your transfer to Aldourie Castle.
For other estates and hotels, see our Inverness Airport transfers to Highland estates & hotels hub, or Inverness Airport transfers for general routes.